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Congenital Corneal Staphyloma: A Comprehensive Histopathologic Assessment Including Associated Anterior Segment
Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
|May 24, 2024
Summary
Congenital corneal staphyloma is a rare condition affecting the eye. This case report details its histopathology, including an unusual malformed lens.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pathology
Background:
- Congenital corneal staphyloma is a rare congenital malformation.
- It is characterized by an opaque, ectatic cornea lined by uveal tissue.
- Associated anterior segment abnormalities are common.
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